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Völuspá and Hávamál
English translation and original Old Norse text of the Völuspá and Hávamál, the two most important poems of the Elder Edda. Aelfric Avery presents a literal translation made by a heathen for heathens, with the translation beside the original Old Norse text. Avery's translation does not add or take away anything from the original text, nor does it offer the assumptions, interpretations and rationalizations that are found in other translations. The purpose of this translation is for heathens to be able to understand what the original text of these poems actually says and to be able to read the text in Old Norse and know what it means. Further, Old Norse words which do not translate well into Modern English but which are central concepts in heathenry are explained with notes in the Wordhoard. An Old Norse pronunciation guide is also included.
Armanen Runes and the Black Sun in Modern Heathenry
This book is the first of 3 volumes about the Armanen tradition containing the best and most significant teachings, practices and rituals of the Armanen masters Guido von List, F. B. Marby, R. J. Gorsleben, S. A. Kummer and others, including material which has not previously been translated into English. Avery explains many aspects of the Armanen beliefs and practices which have not been made clear until now and also works toward the continued development of Armanism to its natural conclusions. Avery relates the esoteric significance of the Black Sun and its place in Armanism. Avery also compares Armanism to modern heathenry and presents the Armanen tradition in a practical format for modern heathens, with rituals in modern English, German and Old Norse. Volume I contains the background and beliefs of the Armanen masters. Volume II covers the exercises of the Armanen masters and the complete curriculum of the Gothic Armanen Gild. Volume III contains Armanen rituals from the early 20th century to the present.
The Anglo-Saxon Harp Owner's Manual
This 40 page booklet is the 2nd edition of the first ever instructional material for the Anglo-Saxon harp/Germanic lyre, written by Aelfric, a professional musician, music instructor and harp-builder, to be an owner's manual for the harps that were sold by THEOD and HallDream. However, the booklet serves as an excellent piece of instructional material for any Germanic lyre enthusiast and has remained in demand since its first publication in the early 2000s. Covering everything from different tunings, string types and peg types to different methods of playing, practice exercises and tablature, you don't have to be a trained musician to understand this manual, which is perfect for beginners and advanced players alike.
Gutiska Hunslastaths Razda (The Gothic Liturgy)
Gutiska Hunslastaths Razda is a Gothic heathen liturgy in the Wulfilan Gothic language with a modern English interlinear translation which honours the gods and goddesses of the ancient Goths. The liturgy consists of the ritual practices of modern-day Gothic heathens which are based on what is known of the ancient Germanic heathen rites.
The Elder Trow Volume I
First in the Woodharrow Bund's 3 part series, The Elder Trow Volume I tackles the hard question of what has gone wrong in the organization of modern heathen groups over the last 40+ years and proposes ways in which modern heathen group structure can become more traditional and authentic as well as more practical for modern times. A survey of social and group models among the Norse, Anglo-Saxons and Goths is given. Germanic re-tribalization, the concept and understanding of tribalism, ancient Germanic sacral kingship, military kingship, heathen priesthood, modern heathen social structure and group organization, implementation of traditional Germanic culture in modern heathenry, major issues that hinder modern heathen groups, and how to live authentically as a heathen in modern times, are discussed at length. The Woodharrow Bund is a school dedicated to the promotion of authentic heathenry, and which provides a model for heathenry that can be used by anyone regardless of their specific group affiliations.
GOTHIC MYTHS & LEGENDS
Gothic Myths and Legends is a modern creative retelling of the surviving ancient Gothic stories and histories as preserved in the writings of ancient Roman historians and Norse sagas. These are combined with some of the author's own narrative and poetry. The stories have been thoughtfully woven together into one long tale of the Gothic gods, kings and heroes. The story of the Goths is told in two parts: the "Gude Spill" or Story of the Gods begins with the creation of the world and the divine origins of the Goths, and the "Amale Spill" or Story of the Amali line of Gothic kings, as well as their Balthic, Longobardic and Anglo-Saxon descendants. Also included is a commentary on the Gude Spill which explains how the primary sources have been woven together, and an English translation of "The Battle of the Goths and Huns" from the Hervarar Saga.
Gaut's Descendants: Gothic Religion and Culture in Germania
Gaut's Descendants: Gothic Religion and Culture in Germania explores the religion and culture of the Goths and the Gothic influence on other Germanic tribes. Some of the topics examined include: the gods and goddesses of the Goths; the rituals and magic of the Goths; Gaut, the founding father god of the Goths, his surviving myths and his cult of sacral kingship; the various influences that contributed to the synthesis of Gothic religion and culture; the nature of Gothic Christianity and survivals of Gothic heathenry in Christian times; how the Migration Age layer of Germanic mythology differed from the more well-known Viking Age layer of Germanic mythology; how the Goths contributed to Germanic mystical and religious concepts preserved in the Eddas such as the differences between the Aesir and Vanir gods; the substantial influence of the Goths on the legend and poetry of the rest of the Germanic world, especially in Viking Age Scandinavia and Anglo-Saxon England.
